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RUNNING OF THE WOOLS

MAY 9, 2026

Main Street, Downtown Washington

Ready, set, baaahhhhh! For decades, Washington has had strong ties within the agriculture and farming community of the region - so much so that in the 19th century, Washington was the number one exporter of wool in the nation! Running of the Wools is an annual celebration of our county's agricultural history and the hardworking farmers that keep our nation running. 

The Main Street Pavilion will feature agricultural exhibits, educational displays, a children's area and plenty of food and craft vendors.

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Running of the Wools

DEMONSTRATION SCHEDULE

Sheep Shearing Demo – 10:15am

Chef Ryan Cooking Demo – 10:30am

Little Bow Peep Story Time – 10:45am

Sheep Shearing Demo – 11:15am

Chef Ryan Cooking Demo – 11:30am

Children’s Play – 11:45am

Spinning and Weaving Demo – 12:00pm

Chef Ryan Cooking Demo – 12:30pm

Welcome to the Races Kickoff – 12:45pm

RACE SCHEDULE

Heat 1 – 1:00pm

Heat 2 – 1:20pm

Heat 3 – 1:40pm

Heat 4 – 2:00pm

Battle of the Baaanks – 2:20pm

The Fleece – Feet Frenzy Children’s Race – 2:40

Championship Race – 3:00pm

For decades, Washington has had strong ties within the agriculture and farming community of the region. So much so, that in the 19th century, Washington was the number…

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